The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has carried out large-scale air strikes on several Islamic State (ISIS) targets in Syria. This action was taken under Operation Hawkeye Strike, the objective of which was to completely destroy the terrorist network operating in the area.

Sharing information on social media platform X, CENTCOM said that the attack was carried out at around 12:30 pm American time. In these attacks, ISIS positions present in different areas of Syria were targeted.

Strong message against terrorism

According to CENTCOM, this operation is part of America’s continuing commitment against terrorism. The purpose of this action is to prevent terrorist attacks on American soldiers and allied forces, eliminate future threats, and ensure security in the region. CENTCOM said bluntly, ‘Anyone who tries to harm our soldiers will be found and eliminated in any corner of the world.’

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— US Central Command (@CENTCOM) January 10, 2026

Campaign started in response to Palmyra attack

Operation Hawkeye Strike was started on 19 December 2025 on the instructions of US President Donald Trump. This decision was taken after the ISIS attack in Palmyra, Syria on December 13, 2025, in which two American soldiers and one American citizen were killed. The soldiers killed were identified as Sergeant Edgar Brian Torres Tovar, 25, and Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard, 29, of the Iowa National Guard. Both of these soldiers were part of the US military team which was deployed in the Middle East earlier this year.

Use of more than 90 precision weapons

According to CNN report, more than 90 precision munitions were used during this military operation and more than 35 terrorist hideouts were targeted. More than two dozen fighter planes took part in the attacks. American officials say that this operation is part of the strategy to completely defeat ISIS under Operation Inherent Resolve. Experts believe that this action has dealt a major blow to the terrorist network operating in Syria and the number of such operations may increase in the coming days.

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